Horse Health Matters®
Desensitize Your Horse to Common Encounters
by EquiMed Staff
April 18, 2017 18:16
Because of the horse's exceptionally perceptive and sensitive nature, he has the ability to detect sensory stimuli on the trail or in unfamiliar places that …
Daily Horse Care Tasks
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:15
Learn the 5 daily tasks that are necessary for good horse keeping and the ways you can lighten your load, while keeping your horse-care tasks on schedule …
Your Horse's Endocrine System
by Joan Norton VMD DACVIM
April 22, 2017 13:51
The horse endocrine system consists of a collection of small organs such as the pituitary and adrenal glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, …
Facing Reality After Your Horse's Death
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 24, 2017 10:13
Read this thoughtful article by a veterinarian who has had years of personal experience caring for horses and other animals to learn how to deal with the …
Tip of the Day
Conditioning helps strengthen the upper airways of the horse (nostrils, pharynx and larynx). Horses that have a slight respiratory noise at the beginning of conditioning often lose it as they get fitter.
The Top 5 Non-human Companions for Your Horse
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 28, 2017 12:58
Learn why your horse needs companionship and which animals make good non-human buddies to help keep your horse occupied and comfortable when you cannot be there …
Are Hoof Care Products Worth the Cost …
by Jennifer M. Keeler
April 30, 2017 18:02
Your local tack store has shelves loaded with various horse hoof treatments. What are they used for and do they really work? What works best for periodic hoof …
Getting Value When You Purchase Horse Feed and Supplements
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 12:39
Feeding your horse is a major expense. Price ranges for feed and nutrients vary widely, and have increased in recent years due to higher grain costs. Learn how …
An Illustrated Guide to Body Scoring Your Horse
by Flossie Sellers
May 5, 2017 15:59
Evaluating the relationship of body fat to body musculature helps a horse owner determine the body score of a particular horse and is a helpful management tool …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Navicular apparatus
The navicular bone and closely related structures (ligaments, bursa, tendons).
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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The man who does not love a horse cannot love a woman.
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